Visual Merchandising & Store Fit-Out Assistant

IKEA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15% IKEA discount & discount portal

Life Assurance 4x pay

Enhanced pension contributions

Free healthy meals and drinks

Virtual GP and Second Medical Opinion

Job summary

IKEA Birmingham is seeking a Visual Merchandising Team Assistant to help create inspiring store environments through practical work such as painting, tiling, wiring, and fixture installation. The role requires early starts (5:00–6:30) with shifts around 31 hours per week and no regular weekend work.

The position offers a starting salary of £21,891 per annum, with benefits including a 15% staff discount, life assurance, enhanced pension contributions and meal options.

Qualifications

• Experience in a practical, hands-on role using tools and completing assembly or installation tasks.
• Interest in home furnishings and delivering strong customer experiences is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse colleagues in a store environment.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to meeting deadlines and goals.

Responsibilities

• Support range presentation solutions to enhance customers' life at home and shopping experience.
• Assist with back-of-house updates, basic wiring, tiling, painting, and fixture assembly/disassembly as needed.
• Keep shop floor safe, minimise disruption, and maintain strong visual standards for visitors.
• Adhere to routines to ensure quality, simplicity and cost-conscious execution of work.
• Collaborate with a close-knit team to deliver store improvements and seasonal changes.
• Maintain a like-new store appearance by keeping paintwork and surfaces in excellent condition.

Skills

Hands-on work

Tool use

Clear communication

Self-motivated

Tools

Basic wiring

Tiling

Painting

Fixture assembly

Job description

IKEA Birmingham is seeking a Visual Merchandising Team Assistant to help create inspiring store environments through practical work such as painting, tiling, wiring, and fixture installation. The role requires early starts (5:00–6:30) with shifts around 31 hours per week and no regular weekend work.

The position offers a starting salary of £21,891 per annum, with benefits including a 15% staff discount, life assurance, enhanced pension contributions and meal options.